Whirlpool RAP5244A Selecting wash-rinse temperatures, Selecting a cycle and time, Regular cycle

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Selecting wash-rinse temperatures

Match the water temperature to the type of fabric and soils being washed. The top tem- perature is the wash water and the bottom temperature is the rinse water.

Water temperature tips

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Use warm wash water with the Permanent Press and Delicates cycles.

Always use cold rinse water for permanent press fabrics.

For heavily soiled permanent press or knit clothes, prewash or presoak before washing in warm water.

See the “Waterusage guide” on page 16 for more information.

Selecting a cycle and time

You will find information you need to help you make correct cycle selections in this section.

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Pages 8-9: Use the information on these pages to guide you when selecting a wash cycle and time.

Pages 9-10: Use these pages to help you understand what happens during a wash cycle.

Regular cycle

The Regular cycle features high spin speeds to shorten drying time.

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Use HEAVY SOIL, 14 minutes of wash time, to clean sturdily constructed cotton and linen fabrics and heavily soiled loads.

Use NORMAL SOIL, 10 minutes of wash time, to clean moderately soiled cottons and linens.

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Contents UseAndCam Property Your safety is important to usThank you for buying a Roper appliance Important Safety Instructions Understanding your responsibilitiesKnowing Your Washer’s Features 46JPermanent installation Washer ConnectionsPortable one-faucet connection IIn This Section Pa!PPawHose connector Hang the hoses on the storage rack Portable two-faucet connectionsOperating Your Before starting your washerStarting or stopping your washer Selecting a load sizeSelecting wash-rinse temperatures Water temperature tipsSelecting a cycle and time Regular cycleUsing rinse and spin What happens in eachCycle Permanent Press cycleOther Features Manual Clean LintWhat happens Each Cycle ThisUsing the fabric softener dispenser Using the chlorine bleachDispenser Add detergent and load the basketLaundry Tips Before you washPreparing clothes for washing SortingRemoving stains Prewashing or soakingStain removal rules Heavy Work Clothes Mlxed Load KnltsCoffee Stain removal guideGum Tomato Meet juice, egg MildewWater Usage WaterUsing laundry aids Chlorine bleachAll-fabric bleach DetergentWashing special-care items WoolenItems Solving laundering problems SpotsCaring for your washer Care during periodsNon-use Saving energyIf You Need Assistance Or Service Before calling for assistanceIf you need service If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solvedIf you need assistance Set cycle control knob on correct number in the cycleFrom date of purchase Automatic Washer WarrantyFrom date of ourchase